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This page is aimed at sharing advice on a number of things that are important when traveling, but aren't necessarily that obvious.

The advice is based on my own experiences traveling and in some cases shares solutions to problems that I expect others will encounter along the way. If you have any thoughts or ideas about any of this material, please feel free to contact me.

What to Pack Planning a long term travel is a little different to going away for a holiday. Working out what you need and don't need is one of the challenges. If you pack unnecessary items, you'll end up having to send them back home, or lugging them half way around the world. Click on the heading for a list of some of the things I take along.

Budget Backpacking tips for Australia Australia is understandably a popular destination for backpackers. Its considered safe, has a great climate, lots of nice beaches as well as exotic wildlife. For many Europeans, Australia is the first true backpacking experience. Added to all this, its probably the easiest country in the world to spend a year on a working holiday visa. Click on the thumbnail for some advice on saving money when traveling to Australia for the first time.

How to use a squat toilet It's the most basic things in life that sometimes become the most challenging when traveling. One of these in many parts of the world is the simple art of going to the toilet. Instead of entering the toilet to find a bowl with a cistern and seat, you see a strange piece of porcelain on the floor, with a bucket in the corner and a small scoop. More alarmingly there's no toilet paper in sight. What do you do??? Click on the link for step-by-step instructions.